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Hawthorne School District K-12 school district in Hawthorne, CA, shaping bright futures for our 7,000+ students. 💫 All schools follow a modified traditional school calendar.

Hawthorne School District is dedicated to educational excellence and the continuous academic growth of all students. Located in Southern California’s Los Angeles basin, minutes from the Los Angeles International Airport, the Hawthorne School District educates close to 10,000 pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade students in the diverse urban community of Hawthorne. Founded in 1907, the District is proud of its long tradition of academic excellence. There are currently seven elementary schools, three middle schools, and a charter high school in the District. The District’s high school, Hawthorne Mathematics and Science Academy, opened in the 2003-04 school year and offers a rigorous, college-preparatory program. Students from Hawthorne School District not attending the charter high school attend high schools in the Centinela Valley Union High School District.

10/21/2026

Rain or shine, every school day matters. 🌧️☀️⁠
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School is a chance to learn something new, laugh with friends, connect with teachers, explore new ideas, and make memories along the way.⁠
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And it all adds up! Consistent attendance helps students stay on track, build strong routines, and keep moving forward.⁠
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With rain in the forecast, keep those umbrellas and jackets handy, and don’t let a few raindrops keep you from a great day at school! ☔⁠
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Show up, stay connected, and make every day count! ⁠
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In celebration of the Week of the School Administrator, we recognize the dedicated leaders who help our schools thrive. ...
10/14/2026

In celebration of the Week of the School Administrator, we recognize the dedicated leaders who help our schools thrive. 💙

Every day, our school administrators lead with purpose, care, and a deep commitment to our students. They support our teachers and staff, build meaningful connections with families, and create school communities where students can learn, grow, and succeed.

To our HSD school administrators, thank you for your leadership, dedication, and all you do for Every Student, Every Day. We appreciate you!

🚨 HSD Ready Together: Family Preparedness Fair 🚨⁠⁠Emergencies can happen at any time. Being prepared can make a differen...
10/14/2026

🚨 HSD Ready Together: Family Preparedness Fair 🚨⁠
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Emergencies can happen at any time. Being prepared can make a difference.⁠
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Join Hawthorne School District and our community partners for HSD Ready Together, a free, family-friendly event designed to help families learn practical skills and take simple steps toward emergency preparedness.⁠
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• Saturday, October 24⁠
• 10:00 AM–12:00 PM⁠
• Prairie Vista Middle School⁠
13600 Prairie Avenue, Hawthorne, CA⁠
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• Learn hands-on CPR⁠
• Find out what to include in an emergency to-go kit⁠
• Register for free smoke detector replacements⁠
• Enjoy free pizza and refreshments⁠
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Bring the family and join us as we work together to build a safer, more prepared community!⁠
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Congratulations to HSD Superintendent Dr. Brian Markarian on being recognized as Los Angeles County Superintendent of th...
09/18/2026

Congratulations to HSD Superintendent Dr. Brian Markarian on being recognized as Los Angeles County Superintendent of the Year!

Presented by the Los Angeles County Office of Education, this prestigious recognition celebrates outstanding leadership among superintendents serving LA County’s 80 public K-12 school districts.

For more than 25 years, Dr. Markarian has dedicated his career to Hawthorne School District, serving as a teacher, principal, district administrator, and now Superintendent. Throughout that journey, his leadership has remained centered on collaboration, opportunity, and a steadfast commitment to every student’s success.

This honor celebrates Dr. Markarian’s leadership while also reflecting the incredible work happening throughout HSD every day. 💙

We celebrate Dr. Markarian and the students, staff, families, and community partners who continue to move HSD forward together.

🔗 Learn more about Dr. Markarian’s recognition at the link in our bio.

It’s Community Schools Appreciation Week! 🫶This week, we’re celebrating our Community Schools team and the many ways the...
09/17/2026

It’s Community Schools Appreciation Week! 🫶

This week, we’re celebrating our Community Schools team and the many ways they support our students, families, schools, and community.

From building relationships and connecting families with resources to partnering with schools and community organizations, their work strengthens connections and creates welcoming, supportive school communities.

Happy Community Schools Appreciation Week to our HSD Community Schools team! Thank you for showing up, building connections, and making a difference every day. 💛

09/01/2026

Every school day is filled with opportunities to learn, connect, grow, and create memories. 💛

This Attendance Awareness Month, our students are sharing what makes showing up to school so special to them. From seeing friends and teachers to learning new things, there’s so much to look forward to each day.

When students are here, they’re part of something special. Show up. Shine bright. ✨

08/17/2026

Quality health care, right here in our Hawthorne community.

Hawthorne School District is proud to offer two School-Based Health Centers serving students, families, and community members:

Maxine Waters Health and Dignity Center at York School
HSD Health and Wellness Center at Zela Davis School

Our health centers offer services including sports physicals, vaccines, wellness visits, mental health support, and care for ongoing health conditions.

Medi-Cal, Covered California, and uninsured patients are welcome.

Walk in, call 310-392-8636, or visit this link, https://www.hawthornesd.org/parent-community/healthcenters to learn more about our available services.

Because when our students and community are healthy, we all thrive. 💙

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The Annual Parent Notification is now open!Beginning today, August 1, all Hawthorne School District families can log in ...
08/01/2026

The Annual Parent Notification is now open!

Beginning today, August 1, all Hawthorne School District families can log in to MyPowerHub to review and complete their required Annual Parent Notification.

Please review and update the following information:

• Emergency contacts
• Parent/Guardian permissions
• Student health information

Even if your information has not changed, all families are required to review and submit the Annual Parent Notification each school year.

Completing this form helps us:
• Keep your student's information current.
• Support student safety.
• Improve communication between home and school.

To get started, log in to MyPowerHub today.

To learn more about the Annual Parent Notification, access your MyPowerHub account, or create an account, visit the link: https://www.hawthornesd.org/mypowerhub

If you need assistance, please contact your child's school office.

At Hawthorne School District, we believe students learn best when they feel healthy, supported, and connected.That's why...
07/28/2026

At Hawthorne School District, we believe students learn best when they feel healthy, supported, and connected.

That's why we offer a variety of health, wellness, and social-emotional resources to help students and families access the care and support they need throughout the school year.

From our two School-Based Health Centers and dedicated health services staff to school counselors, school psychologists, community partnerships, and the Children and Youth Behavioral Health Initiative (CYBHI), we're committed to supporting the whole child.

Swipe through to learn more about the health and wellness resources available to our students and families, then visit this link to explore services and connect with support: https://www.hawthornesd.org/news/~board/hawthorne-school-district-news/post/health-and-wellness-resources

Together, we can help every student learn, grow, and thrive.

New this school year: Annual Parent Notifications will be completed through MyPowerHub beginning August 1, 2026.To help ...
07/15/2026

New this school year: Annual Parent Notifications will be completed through MyPowerHub beginning August 1, 2026.

To help keep our records up to date, all families are required to review and complete their Annual Parent Notifications each school year through MyPowerHub, our new PowerSchool parent portal.

These forms include important information such as:

• Emergency contacts
• Parent/guardian permissions
• Student health information

Even if your information has not changed, an annual review and submission are still required. Keeping your information current helps support student safety and communication between home and school.

To learn more about MyPowerHub, access your account, or create an account, visit https://www.hawthornesd.org/mypowerhub

If you need assistance, please contact your home school directly.

Thank you for partnering with us to support student success.

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14120 Hawthorne Boulevard
Hawthorne, CA
90250

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